Travellady MagazineTM


JUST FOR LAUGHS

 The World�s Largest �Comedy Festival is in Montreal July 13th-23rd

Need a good laugh? Every year, Just For Laughs transforms the streets of Montreal into a mass of humor. There�s something for every comedy palate, with stand-up shows, concerts, theatre and dance, improvisation tournaments, outdoor performances and many other special events. July 13th to 23rd 2000, Montreal�s Quartier Latin will transform into the Festival�s largest venue. The streets will be paved with laughter, as hundreds of free performances and activities inspire delight for the entire family.

From its humble beginnings as a two-night comedy show to the sensational proportions of its gala performances, theatre and club shows, open-air venues, street theatre, film component, television specials and industry marketplace, the world�s largest comedy event has grown immeasurably. Last summer, 874 artists from around the world had 1.3 million people in stitches for 11 days at over 2,000 shows and performances.

[Insert party scene] The performances include ten star-studded galas; popular theme shows such as Laugh-Rodisiacs: The Relationship Show, the Bar Mitzvah Show, and An Evening at Eve�s Tavern, featuring the best of women�s comedy and Queer Comics starring lesbian and gay comedians; new talent showcases; solo spotlights; and the festival�s annual comedy short and feature-length film.

With it�s concept of urban animation, the Just For Laughs Festival welcomes you to a giant block party. �Last, year, with its integrated decor and open spirit, this mass get-together garnered millions of smiles and millions of clapping hands, all succumbing to the charm of European street theatre. The street also saw the spectacular presentation of �Les Maudits Sonnants,� the new work by the Compagnie Transe Express who performed at the opening ceremonies of the Olympic Games in Albertville.

For more information:

To obtain all programming information or to benefit from exclusive offers, all-inclusive packages featuring accommodation, festival event ticket as well as other uncanny surprises, contact Just for Laughs:

Web site: http://www.hahaha.com
Phone (Canada and USA): 1 888 244-3155 or (514) 845-2322
Email: Tourism@hahaha.com

Write: Just For Laughs Festival / Tourism
2101 St-Laurent Blvd.
Montreal (Quebec) Canada H2X 2T5
Fax:��� (514) 842-3171

Edited by Kerry Cohen

Back to TravelLady Magazine